SAN ANTONIO — It's that time of year again and Fiesta fans cannot way to get the party with a purpose started.
With hundreds of events over 11 days to choose from, a few fan favorite events definitely stand out from the pack. We have everything you need to know about Fiesta Oyster Bake, Taste of New Orleans and NIOSA!
Oyster Bake
History
Fiesta Oyster Bake started as a St. Mary's alumni gathering with a handful of people in 1916. It was held on the banks of the San Antonio River downtown. It has grown into one of the largest Fiesta events with over 70,000 patrons every year and more than 7,000 volunteers.
The organization says 100% of the proceeds go back to the students of St. Mary's University.
Date/time/location
- Friday, April 21: 5 – 11 p.m.
- Saturday, April 22: Noon – 11 p.m.
- St. Mary's University
And take a look at the sites and sounds of last year's Fiesta Oyster Bake:
Taste of New Orleans
History
The event highlighting New Orleans favorite food and music is in its 34th year. It's put on by the San Antonio Zulu Assocation, with a staff of 43 volunteers. Enjoy authentic New Orleans-style food including gumbos, shrimp creole, etouffee, fresh crawfish, boudin, alligator, and beignets along with authentic New Orleans-style music
Date/time/location
- Saturday, April 22
- 12 – 11 P.M.
- Sunken Garden Theater
And see the video below for the sites and sounds of last year's Taste of New Orleans:
Now in its 75th year, a night in Old San Antonio celebrates the diverse and unique cultures of Texas' history. It is the top fundraiser for historic preservation in the United States and it solely benefits the Conservation Society of San Antonio. At the event, La Villita is transformed into 14 distinct areas, each celebrating a different aspect of Texas culture. It runs over four nights, each night with its own theme.
Date/time/location
- April 25-28, 2023
- 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm
- La Villita Arts District
And take a look at the sites and sounds of 2023's NIOSA festival:
Fiesta 2023 runs from April 20-April 30. Click here for the full schedule: